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Following flowing shapes inspired by natural landscape, the transformative and environmentally friendly chair gives the feeling of being embraced by nature. Easy to switch between chair and armchair, it describes cycles of exchange with nature aspiring to connect people to their environment. Capturing the notion of time passing it generates a discussion among human-made and nature which signifies their coexistence, forging the link with the world surrounding us.
Continue readingLotus is a guest chair designed to bring forth a translation of traditional Ming Dynasty chair design for a modern space. The design was inspired by a Ming Dynasty folding chair that was created to allow high-class generals to maintain a gesture of status during an outing. There's a Chinese idiom that describes the growth of a lotus flower, out of the mud yet unstained. Kindness, warmth, generosity, and pureness of heart are all emotions the chair hopes to convey.
Continue readingThe variety of this product carries light and time, water, and the transparency of plasticity which makes it able to see and touch the time. The pointer will splash the water and cause small ripples per second, like every recurring event that is being triggered. In a whole circle of time, it finds the uniqueness and beauty in daily life from every perspective of the water. It uses 100 percent recyclable glass from daily life, as the saying goes it ends at zero and is born at zero.
Continue readingSpidique is a chair that combines 3D printing technology with contemporary sustainable design principles. While plastic is often criticized for its potential environmental hazards, its widespread convenience makes it indispensable. The designers believe that the environmental friendliness of plastic depends on how it is used and managed. When effectively recycled and reused, its environmental footprint is significantly reduced. Embracing the design philosophy of 'less is more,' the designers strive to achieve the same functionality and aesthetics with minimal plastic.
Continue readingExperience the timeless poetry of the Arkhe Collection, a tribute to the ancient amphitheaters of the Mediterranean. Inspired by their rich history and myths they whisper to our collective consciousness, each piece blends functionality with sculptural elegance. Crafted with natural travertine and wood, the collection combines exquisite craftsmanship with ageless design. Geometric designs create distinct surfaces that appeal to the sight while the variations in the pieces cater to diverse spatial and user needs. Elevate your space with Arkhe, where history and craft meet contemporary luxury.
Continue readingAriu is an armchair that merges eco-design with adaptability, revolutionizing sustainable furniture with its easily disassemblable structure, promoting waste reduction and recyclability. Its core, an ottoman, links the spheres with tensioning bands, blending form and function. This modular design allows use as exercise balls, catering to the demand for versatile furniture. Ariu adapts to modern interior design needs by offering space-efficient, multifunctional solutions, encouraging sustainable consumption. Innovation can lessen environmental impact and redefine sustainable living!
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Design What featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.